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National cartoonist Dave Granlund's blog features his take on politics and current events. Dave has been an editorial cartoonist published in daily newspapers since 1977. Born in Ware, Mass., Granlund began drawing cartoons in grade school and at
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National cartoonist Dave Granlund's blog features his take on politics and current events. Dave has been an editorial cartoonist published in daily newspapers since 1977. Born in Ware, Mass., Granlund began drawing cartoons in grade school and at age 16, he was published on the editorial pages of local weekly newspapers. His eight-year enlistment in the USAF included assignments with SAC HQ and with Headquarters Command, where his duties included work as head illustrator for the Presidential Inaugural Subcommittee and providing briefing charts for the White House and support for Air Force One. As part of NATO in Operation Looking Glass with the Airborne Command Post, he was awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal. Dave's newspaper honors include awards from UPI, New England Press Association, International Association of Business Communicators, The Associated Press and Massachusetts Press Association. His work has been nominated numerous times for the Pulitzer Prize. His pastimes and interests include history, wood carving, antique tractors and Swedish language studies.

The Henry and Stark County Health Departments are pleased to announcethat they have received their supply of "Seasonal" flu vaccine and they are sponsoring Fall Flu Clinics at various sites. According to the CDC, flu activity mostcommonly peaks in the US in January or February; so this is a great time toget your seasonal flu shot. These clinics are for adults 18 years of ageand older only. The Health Department is pleased to be offering this year's flu shot ata reduced rate of $22. In addition, flu & pnueumonia shots may beadministered at no-charge to those who have Medicare Part-B and someinsurance plans are accepted. You must, however, bring your Medicare cardwith you in order to receive the shots. The pneumonia shot will beavailable at these clinics at a cost of $70 or at no-charge with yourMedicare card. The Health Department notes that it is important to be protected againstthe flu virus; as influenza epidemics are unpredictable. The 2012-2013 fluvaccine will protect against influenza A/California (H1N1 -like virus),A/Victoria (H3N2-like virus), and influenza B/Wisconsin 2010-like (Yamagatalineage) antigens. RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Public Information Director notes, "We areencouraging everyone 6 months of age and older to get vaccinated against theflu this year. People at high risk of serious flu complications arestrongly encouraged to be vaccinated. These "at-risk" persons include smallchildren, pregnant women, people with chronic health problems like asthma,diabetes, smokers, heart and lung disease, health care workers, and people65 years and older." The Health Department will be giving Seasonal Flu vaccinations at thesetimes and locations:Kewanee: Thursday, September 27th from 9-10:30am, Union Federal, 104 N.TremontToulon: Tuesday, September 25th from 9:00-10:00am, State Bank of Toulon,102 W. MainWoodhull: Tuesday, September 25th from 12:00-1:00pm, Untd. Church ofWoodhull, 105 W. 3rd AveAtkinson: Wednesday, September 26th from 9:00-10:00am, Township Hall, N.State St.Bradford: Saturday, October 13th from 8:00am-11:00am, SeniorExpo-Courtyard Estates Please note, persons with a sensitivity to eggs, and those with ahistory of Guillain Barre Syndrome or other neurological problems shouldcheck with their doctor before receiving any type of flu vaccine. TheHealth Department would also like to remind clinic participants that ifnavigating the clinic site poses a physical hardship, simply notifyDepartment staff on-site and a nurse will come to you to administer thevaccine or you may call the Health Department at 852-0197 and a home healthnurse can be assigned to give the vaccine in your home if you are homebound. The Health Department reminds individuals to practice flu preventativemeasures; Clean hands frequently, Cover your nose and mouth when coughing,and Contain spread of the flu virus by staying home when you are ill. For more information on the Health Department's Fall Flu Clinics callthe Department at (309) 852-0197 or 792-4011 (Henry) and 852-3115 (Stark) orvisit our website at www.henrystarkhealth.com or find us on Facebook atHenry and Stark County Health Departments.The Henry and Stark County Health Departments are pleased to announcethat they have received their supply of "Seasonal" flu vaccine and they willonce again be sponsoring Fall Flu Clinics at various sites throughout thelast two weeks of September. According to the CDC, flu activity mostcommonly peaks in the US in January or February; so this is a great time toget your seasonal flu shot. These clinics are for adults 18 years of ageand older only.The Health Department is pleased to be offering this year's flu shot ata reduced rate of $22. In addition, flu & pnueumonia shots may beadministered at no-charge to those who have Medicare Part-B and someinsurance plans are accepted. You must, however, bring your Medicare cardwith you in order to receive the shots. The pneumonia shot will beavailable at these clinics at a cost of $70 or at no-charge with yourMedicare card.The Health Department notes that it is important to be protected againstthe flu virus; as influenza epidemics are unpredictable. The 2012-2013 fluvaccine will protect against influenza A/California (H1N1 -like virus),A/Victoria (H3N2-like virus), and influenza B/Wisconsin 2010-like (Yamagatalineage) antigens.RaeAnn Tucker-Marshall, Public Information Director notes, "We areencouraging everyone 6 months of age and older to get vaccinated against theflu this year. People at high risk of serious flu complications arestrongly encouraged to be vaccinated. These "at-risk" persons include smallchildren, pregnant women, people with chronic health problems like asthma,diabetes, smokers, heart and lung disease, health care workers, and people65 years and older."The Health Department will be giving Seasonal Flu vaccinations at thesetimes and locations:Galva: Monday, September 17th from 9am-10am, 1st United Methodist Church,214 NW 2nd Ave.Annawan: Monday, September 17th from 12:00-1:00pm, Sacred Heart ChurchHall, 108 N. Main St.Orion: Tuesday, September 18th from 9:30-10:30am, United Methodist Church,407 12th Ave.Wyoming: Tuesday, September 18th from 1:00-2:00pm, Church of the NazareneKewanee: Wednesday, September 19th from 9-11am, National Guard Armory,111 N. East St.Thursday, September 27th from 9-10:30am, Union Federal, 104 N.TremontGeneseo: Thursday, September 20th from 9:00-10:30am, Moose Lodge, S.State St.Cambridge: Monday, September 24th from 9:00-10:00am, Untd. MethodistChurch, 120 W. ExchangeToulon: Tuesday, September 25th from 9:00-10:00am, State Bank of Toulon,102 W. MainWoodhull: Tuesday, September 25th from 12:00-1:00pm, Untd. Church ofWoodhull, 105 W. 3rd AveAtkinson: Wednesday, September 26th from 9:00-10:00am, Township Hall, N.State St.Bradford: Saturday, October 13th from 8:00am-11:00am, SeniorExpo-Courtyard EstatesPlease note, persons with a sensitivity to eggs, and those with ahistory of Guillain Barre Syndrome or other neurological problems shouldcheck with their doctor before receiving any type of flu vaccine. TheHealth Department would also like to remind clinic participants that ifnavigating the clinic site poses a physical hardship, simply notifyDepartment staff on-site and a nurse will come to you to administer thevaccine or you may call the Health Department at 852-0197 and a home healthnurse can be assigned to give the vaccine in your home if you are homebound.The Health Department reminds individuals to practice flu preventativemeasures; Clean hands frequently, Cover your nose and mouth when coughing,and Contain spread of the flu virus by staying home when you are ill.For more information on the Health Department's Fall Flu Clinics callthe Department at (309) 852-0197 or 792-4011 (Henry) and 852-3115 (Stark) orvisit our website at www.henrystarkhealth.com or find us on Facebook atHenry and Stark County Health Departments.